Why Sanseitō Is Known as the “Organic Right”
🌱 From YouTube Project to Political Party Sanseitō (参政党), founded in 2020, didn’t begin as a conventional political party. It emerged from a YouTube channel focused on citizen participation, health,…
The Rise of Japan’s Hardline Anti-Racism Movement: Inside the World of “Shibakitai”
In Japan, where political demonstrations are often quiet and orderly, one group has broken the mold with its bold and confrontational stance against racism: Shibakitai (しばき隊). Known for disrupting hate…
Is Japan News Navi Spreading Election Misinformation? Bot Networks, Suspensions, and Online Chaos
During Japan’s upper house election season in mid-July 2025, a seemingly simple news aggregation account called Japan News Navi (JNNavi) suddenly found itself at the center of a national controversy.…
How Japanese View the Epstein Files: A Quiet but Watchful Eye
While the “Epstein Files” continue to make headlines across the world, Japan has responded in its own unique way — not with loud protests or political finger-pointing, but with quiet…
Does the Deep State Exist in Japan? Exploring Popular Conspiracy Theories
Conspiracy theories have long fascinated people around the world, and Japan is no exception. While the term “Deep State” is more commonly associated with U.S. politics, many Japanese also speculate…
Why Is the Japanese Communist Party Considered “Liberal”? Understanding Japan’s Unique Political Spectrum
When many hear the word “communist,” they may imagine authoritarian regimes, strict control, and anti-capitalist revolutions. However, in Japan, the Japanese Communist Party (JCP)—despite its name—plays a very different role…
Why Many Japanese No Longer Worry About the Country’s Massive Debt
Japan’s public debt has surpassed 1,100 trillion yen, making it the highest among developed nations in terms of GDP ratio—over 250%. Yet, within Japan, anxiety about this level of debt…
Why Do Some Japanese Support Donald Trump? Analyzing the Unlikely Affinity
As of July 17, 2025, Donald Trump remains a polarizing figure globally — and curiously, he’s found a fanbase not just in the United States, but also across the Pacific…
Why Japan Hasn’t Boycotted American Products After Trump’s Tariff Revival
As of July 16, 2025, many countries are still reacting to the revived U.S. tariff policies President Donald Trump. While places like Canada and parts of Europe have seen public…
Is “Nihonjin First” Becoming a Trend in Japan?
Introduction In recent weeks, a phrase has been making waves in Japan’s political sphere and social media: “Nihonjin First” (日本人ファースト). While it may sound similar to slogans like “America First,”…
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Why Only 17% of Japanese Hold Passports—and Why Young People Are Losing Interest in Traveling Abroad
